University in Nigeria
Borno
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The Federal College of Education (FCE) Gwoza is a federal teacher-education institution in Gwoza, a Local Government Area in the southeastern part of Borno State, north-eastern Nigeria. It was established by the Federal Government in April 2023 with a mandate to advance, strengthen and democratise access to teacher education across the country.
The college is in its early years and trains professional teachers through the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE), with a Pre-NCE programme that prepares candidates with gaps in their O-level results for NCE entry. Its vision is a reputable institution that produces knowledgeable, skilful, dynamic, innovative and value-driven teachers for global competitiveness.
Academic work is organised in five schools: the School of Sciences (Integrated Science, Mathematics, Computer Education, Physical and Health Education), the School of Languages (English, Arabic and French), the School of Arts and Social Sciences (Economics, Geography, Social Studies), the School of Vocational and Technical Education (Agricultural Education, Business Education) and the School of Education (General Studies, Educational Psychology, Educational Foundations, Curriculum and Instruction).
The college is led by Provost Ibrahim Mohammed Mbitsa, with Mal. Babagana Tahiru as Registrar, Mal. Mustapha Mohammed Ngoshe as Bursar and Usman Chiya as College Librarian. Its core values are excellence, integrity, innovation, inclusivity, service and social responsibility.
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View scholarships for Federal College of Education (FCE) Gwoza →Admission to the NCE programme is through JAMB. Candidates sit the UTME, choose FCE Gwoza as first choice, attain a minimum UTME score of 100, and hold five credit passes including Mathematics and English Language in not more than two sittings of SSCE, NECO or equivalent.
A preparatory course for candidates with deficiencies in their O-level results, bridging academic gaps and preparing them for NCE entry. Qualifying routes: SSCE/NECO with at least three credit passes and two passes in not more than two sittings, with credits including English Language and two other relevant subjects; or the Teacher's Grade II Certificate (TC II) with at least three credits/merits in relevant subjects, including at least a pass in English Language.
Pre-NCE application forms are free. Forms are obtained at the college or downloaded from the college website, and submitted with photocopies of academic credentials to the Admission Office. An online applicant portal is also available.
The college is located in Gwoza, Borno State, in the southeastern part of the state.
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